Born on March 22, 1946, in the vibrant city of Warri, Delta State, Dr. (Mrs.) Cecilia Ibru emerged from a noble family background yet embodied the rugged spirit synonymous with her hometown.

There is a timeless saying that standing for the truth—especially when it is unpopular—is the clearest proof of integrity and moral courage.

While strengthening preparedness systems, NEMA has also demonstrated improved responsiveness during crises.

When Matthew Hassan Kukah mounts the podium to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Vanguard Media Limited Personality of the Year Awards,

Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari’s tenure as Group Chief Executive Officer and Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) represents a defining chapter in Nigeria’s energy reform journey.

His reform agenda has focused not only on strengthening national security frameworks but also on improving service delivery to millions of Nigerians at home and abroad.

The honour reflects not only his business success, but also the tangible relief his company’s pricing strategy has delivered to millions of Nigerians.

Adegunwa has a first degree in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA in International Business from Birmingham City University and the University of Bristol, respectively.

This quote aptly describes Dr. Osahon Okunbo, Vanguard’s 2025 Young Entrepreneur Awardee. A visionary whose work defies simple categorization, Dr. Okunbo moves…

Dr Stephen Akintayo’s nomination for Vanguard’s Real Estate Icon of the Year is anchored on a career defined by scale, global reach, intellectual depth and measurable impact in real estate development and investment education.

Our Life Time Achiever, in the Vanguard Personality of the Year Award 2025, Dr. Vincent Ebuh does not need much introduction. Though a man of few words, his towering profile speaks volumes. The Petroleum Engineering Explorationists and Chairman of the Indigenous Oil&Gas services company, Petrolog Group, has actually been around, being the First Nigerian to […]

By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo Since assuming office as Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani has distinguished his administration through an unwavering commitment to peacebuilding, reconciliation, and inclusive governance. In a state long challenged by ethno-religious tensions and communal conflicts, particularly in Southern Kaduna, Governor Uba Sani has adopted a humane, dialogue-driven approach that has restored […]

By Jimoh Babatunde Governor of Yobe State, Honorable Mai Mala Buni has pursued a development agenda anchored on rebuilding, inclusion, and sustainability.  Governing a state that has faced years of insurgency and infrastructural decay, Governor Buni has focused on restoring normalcy while laying a solid foundation for long term growth. His administration has recorded notable […]

By Emma Una Since May 29, 2023, Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Edet Otu has pursued a people centered agenda focused on stabilizing the state, strengthening public institutions, and delivering tangible development across key sectors. His administration has placed equal emphasis on security, infrastructure, healthcare, education, and human capital development, guided by the belief […]

Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Economic Summit Group, NESG, Dr. Tayo Aduloju has said that Nigeria must be strong political, economic and social institutions to achieve its economic growth objectives.